The 2001 Wellington City mayoral election was part of the 2001 New Zealand local elections held at that time. Elections were held for the Mayor of Wellington plus other local government roles. Kerry Prendergast, the former deputy mayor, was elected as mayor of Wellington replacing Mark Blumsky who had retired. This was the last Wellington mayoral election that used the First past the post method. Results Ward results Candidates were also elected from wards to the Wellington City Council. References External links Mayoral elections in Wellington 2001 elections in New Zealand October 2001 events in New Zealand Politics of the Wellington Region 2000s in Wellington